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Dr. Nicole A. Cooke Named ACRL Member of the Week for Sept. 26 – Oct. 2
December 23, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
Dr. Nicole A. Cooke, Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s School of Information Sciences, was the ACRL Member of the Week for September 26 to October 2. In her interview with ACRL, Dr. Cooke discusses her enga…
IIT Chosen for ACRL’s October “Organizational Spotlight”
December 23, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
The Illinois Institute of Technology’s Paul V. Galvin Library was chosen for ACRL’s October “Organizational Spotlight” feature. Galvin Library has been a member of ACRL since 1986 and strongly values the organization’s e…
Deadline for RUSA Awards Extended to December 19
December 18, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via the Reference and User Services Association) On Thursday, September 1, the Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) opened the nomination period for its annual series of achievement awards and grants. Nominations and supporting materials f…
Next NN/LM - GMR Update on Monday, December 19
December 18, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Molly Olmstead, National Network of Libraries of Medicine – Greater Midwest Region) The next Greater Midwest Region update will take place on Monday, December 19, at 2:00 PM CST. The update will cover the following topics. the "new" nnlm.g…
Call for Programs: ILA 2017 Annual Conference
December 18, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via the Illinois Library Association) The Illinois Library Association is now accepting proposal submissions for its 2017 Annual Conference, themed “Rise Up”. Proposals should reflect how libraries of all types foster diversity, engage c…
"RUSA 101" Webinar on Tuesday, December 20
December 18, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via the Reference and User Services Association) The next “RUSA 101” webinar will be held on Tuesday, December 20, at 1:00 PM CST. RUSA 101 is intended for individuals who are new to the division or want to learn more about opportunities…
Reminder: Library UX Chicago Annual Meeting and Lightning Rounds to Be Held Thursday, December 15
December 16, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Devin Savage, Illinois Institute of Technology) This is a reminder that the second Annual Meeting of Library UX Chicago will take place from 1:00 to 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 15, at the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Paul J. Galvin…
Special Webcast: ACRL Committee Volunteer Opportunities (Dec. 14)
December 16, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL Past President) Have you considered serving on an ACRL committee? Find out more next week with this free webinar: ‘Tis the season to volunteer! If you’re interested in opportunities to connect and network with oth…
December 14 Forum on How to Volunteer for an ACRL Committee or Community of Practice
December 11, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via the Association of College and Research Libraries) If you’re interested in opportunities to connect and network with others in the field or want to gain leadership experience by serving on an ACRL committee, now is the time to submit your …
Deadline for NASIG 2017 Grants, Scholarships, and Awards Extended to February 20
December 11, 2016 - Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)
(via Gwen Gregory, IACRL Past President) NASIG is pleased to announce the application cycle for its 2017 grants, awards, and scholarships to be awarded at the Annual Conference being held June 8-11, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Please visit the Awa…
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